Republican lawmaker Bilal “Bill” Essayli has been appointed by President Donald Trump as U.S. Attorney for the Central District of California, placing him in charge of federal prosecutions across Los Angeles, Riverside, and five other Southern California counties. Known for his anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation and ties to the parental rights movement, Essayli’s appointment has sparked concern among civil rights advocates in one of the nation’s most diverse judicial districts.

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Santa Clarita Weekly, Episode 57, March 29, 2025

West Ranch and Castaic baseball teams are on three-game winning streaks, while Valencia and Hart softball went nine innings in a tight Foothill League matchup. The Kings have won four straight, scoring 20 goals, and the Dodgers face the Tigers in their home opener, though Mookie Betts isn’t yet at full strength. Meanwhile, Santa Clarita Valley residents are calling for a state of emergency over the Chiquita Canyon Landfill, which has burned underground since 2022 and is linked to serious health issues. Tensions rose after reports of a county employee disrupting a recent community meeting.

 

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